Dr. Axe on Facebook Dr. Axe on Instagram Dr. Axe on Google Plus Dr. Axe on Youtube Dr. Axe on Pintrest Dr. Axe on RSS
Shingles is a viral illness that affects a variety of locations throughout the body. It most often causes a painful skin rash on the trunk, abdomen or torso. Less commonly, the rash can be found on the arms or legs. Shingles may also affect the head, face, eyes, mouth or ear.
Shingles blisters are most prevalent on your torso, where they wrap around your waist on one side of your body. In fact, the word âshinglesâ comes from the Latin word for âbelt.â The shingles rash may also appear on one side of your face. If this happens, you need to see a doctor immediately. Pain